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What Causes Difficulty In Taking Deep Breath?

My friend has been having difficulty feeling like she can get full breaths. She said feels like she can t fill her lungs. She takes frequent deep breaths and feels yawning helps remove barrier to breath.She said it came on gradually and does seem better when relaxing.She said she is thinking it is stress but I m concerned it could be more serious. What are your thoughts
Wed, 6 Sep 2017
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Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Her symptoms are more suggestive of stress and anxiety.
But better to rule out asthma and bronchitis for her breathing difficulty.
So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
If PFT is normal then no need to worry for lung diseases.
Tell her to avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Do meditation and yoga.
Don't worry, she will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your friend. Thanks.
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What Causes Difficulty In Taking Deep Breath?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Her symptoms are more suggestive of stress and anxiety. But better to rule out asthma and bronchitis for her breathing difficulty. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). If PFT is normal then no need to worry for lung diseases. Tell her to avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Do meditation and yoga. Don t worry, she will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your friend. Thanks.